Supporting the development of speech, language and communication of children in a school setting

Unit 13: Support Disabled Children and Young People and those with Special Educational Needs (H/601/7726)

Supporting children in school who have a disability or have a special educational need and require additional provision

Unit 14: Support Children and Young People with Behaviour, Emotional and Social Development Needs (Y/601/7707)

Support Children and young people with behaviour, emotional and social development needs including those:

Who experience emotional and behavioural difficulties

Who are withdrawn or isolated or display school phobic reactions

Who are disruptive and disturbing, hyperactive and lack concentration

With immature social skills or personality disorders

Presenting challenging behaviours which may arise from other complex

3Other Information

Assessment

Students are required to compile a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their learning against each of the assessment criteria of the course, which will be assessed by your tutor. Some portfolio evidence will need to be witnessed by a competent person in the workplace hence students must be employed in school or arrange and complete a voluntary work experience placement.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 250 hours to complete. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.

Study Method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted to you, so receiving your course is hassle-free. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

This course provides successful students with a qualification from TQUK, regulated by Ofqual. TQUK is an Awarding Organisation recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England and by the Welsh Government.

This is a knowledge based qualification suitable for support roles in schools, including site staff, administrators etc as well as those who work directly with children and young people.

This is a competence based qualification suitable for all roles in schools, including site staff, administrators etc as well as those who work directly with children and young people. It seeks to develop the knowledge and understanding that all those working in a school setting will need and covers areas such as safeguarding, communication and understanding the school context.

4Q&As

Your Questions Answered

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You must be 16 years or older to enrol onto this course.

Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support

Dedicated student support

Assignment marking and feedback

FREE CV writing service

Comprehensive study guide

Exclusive Open Study College Pen

Student study planner

Three colour highlighter

Student notebook

Document wallet

Do I have to sit in an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework and work placement assessments.

Do I need to be working in a school to enrol onto this course?

Yes. There is a requirement for assessment in a real work environment so you must have a placement (either as a volunteer or as a member of staff) in a school environment. There is no minimum duration for the placement, but you should seek a placement sufficient to gather the evidence of learning required by each study unit of the course.

Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your certification.

What if I still have questions?

That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Support Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.